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Former apprentice Alan shines a light on opportunities for young people
Alan Mackay left school with few qualifications but is now key member of the team at electronics design company Mage Control Systems and helping to create and inspire the next generation of talent for his industry.
School pupil inspired by Foundation Apprenticeship to pursue a career in nursing
Martyna Guziel is on a successful path to a career in Healthcare after her extraordinary efforts to support and include the people she cared for on her apprenticeship.
Nursery role is child’s play for Jenni after a Foundation Apprenticeship
Teenager Jenni Emmanuel has landed her dream job in childcare after going the extra mile during work experience on a Foundation Apprenticeship she took at school.
Craft Butcher Marc is a cut above after completing a Modern Apprenticeship
A Modern Apprenticeship has been life changing for young butcher Marc Ingram, who has overcome personal challenges to succeed and helped boost business for his employer.
Natural leader Ryan inspires work mates to follow in his apprenticeship footsteps
Dumfriesshire apprentice Ryan Taylor uses his valuable skills to help his employer cut waste while mentoring colleagues.
Investing in the future pays dividends for Graduate Apprentice Nicole
Investing in the future is top priority for Graduate Apprentice Nicole Wallace, who has improved finance management firm abrdn’s Early Careers programme - paving the way for other graduates to succeed.
Net zero champion Mandeep does tonnes of work to cut carbon
Modern Apprentice Mandeep Singh has put his passion for net zero to practical use through work that has drastically reduced CO2 emissions and helped Scots cut their energy bills.
Apprentice Alexis is engineering opportunities for employer
Graduate Apprentice Alexis Smith’s fresh perspective has boosted productivity and profits for her employer - and her role as a STEM ambassador is helping to inspire the future skills generation too.
Civil Engineer Kirsty inspires apprentices to find the road to success
High achiever Kirsty Smith is using the experience of her own successful career path through apprenticeships to inspire the next generation of female engineers.
Trailblazing apprentice Penny keeps it in the family
A former St Peter the Apostle pupil is hoping to inspire more young women into engineering after a Foundation Apprenticeship helped her land her dream job.
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